Jacksonville Dolphins Defeat North Alabama Lions 90-68
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall
Jacksonville Dolphins 90, North Alabama Lions 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Jacksonville Dolphins vs North Alabama Lions?
Jacksonville Dolphins beat North Alabama Lions 90-68 at CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Jacksonville Dolphins vs North Alabama Lions?
North Alabama Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Jacksonville Dolphins triumphed over the North Alabama Lions with a final score of 90-68. This game took place at the CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall on January 17, 2026, and showcased the Dolphins' ability to dominate their opponents. The victory improves Jacksonville's record to 8-12, while North Alabama falls to 6-12.
The Dolphins entered the game with a recent record of 2-8 over their last ten games, and they were on a one-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 70.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 73.7 points. In their last outing, they lost to the Central Arkansas Bears 60-62 on January 16, 2026. Prior to that, they secured a significant win against the West Georgia Wolves, defeating them 75-43 on January 10, 2026. However, their away form has been particularly poor, with an away record of 0-7 in their last seven games.
On the other side, the North Alabama Lions had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games leading up to this fixture, but they were also struggling, having lost their last game against the North Florida Ospreys 91-105 on January 16, 2026. The Lions averaged 72.2 points scored and 75.6 points allowed during their last ten games. Their home record was 1-3 in that span, indicating difficulties in maintaining a strong performance at home.
The matchup was notable not just for its current implications but also for the historical context. In their previous meetings, Jacksonville had won two out of three encounters against North Alabama, including a notable victory on March 7, 2025, where they won 78-63. The Dolphins had also won earlier in the same season, 92-79, while North Alabama had previously defeated Jacksonville 64-60 on January 17, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability, which could have influenced the game. However, both teams were looking to establish momentum as they approached the midpoint of the season.
As for the betting market, DraftKings had North Alabama as a slight favorite with a spread of -1.5, while the total points line was set at 133.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with North Alabama's moneyline at -130.0 and Jacksonville's at 110.0.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Jacksonville, particularly in the second half, where they outscored North Alabama significantly. Key moments included Evan Sterck's contributions, who made several layups and free throws, helping to extend the lead as the game progressed.
Overall, the Dolphins' victory was a statement performance, showcasing their potential to compete in the league despite their recent struggles. The Lions will need to regroup as they look to improve their standings in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNA -1.5 | 133.5 o -108 / u -112 | Jacksonville Dolphins +110 · North Alabama Lions -130 |
Leaders
- PointsCorneilous Williams17North Alabama Lions
- AssistsKevin de Kovachich3North Alabama Lions
- ReboundsCorneilous Williams6North Alabama Lions
- PointsHayden Wood25Jacksonville Dolphins
- AssistsChris Lockett Jr.4Jacksonville Dolphins
- ReboundsCharles Caporaso8Jacksonville Dolphins
Recent form
North Alabama Lions
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.2 scored · 75.6 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L91-105vs North Florida OspreysJan 16
- W82-73at Bellarmine KnightsJan 10
- L80-88at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 9
- L55-72vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 3
- L67-70vs Stetson HattersJan 1
- L57-91at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 20
- L60-68at Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 16
- W65-63at San Francisco DonsDec 4
- W73-66at Jacksonville State GamecocksDec 2
- W92-60vs UT Southern FirehawksNov 25
Jacksonville Dolphins
Last 10: 2-8Streak L170.1 scored · 73.7 allowed per game0-7 away
- L60-62at Central Arkansas BearsJan 16
- W75-43vs West Georgia WolvesJan 10
- L51-77vs Queens University RoyalsJan 9
- L68-71at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 3
- L57-76at Lipscomb BisonsJan 1
- L63-87at Florida State SeminolesDec 23
- L65-72at Florida A&M RattlersDec 18
- L75-112at Texas A&M AggiesDec 15
- W122-49vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesDec 12
- L65-88at Florida International PanthersDec 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Jacksonville Dolphins | North Alabama Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-59 | 21-48 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 8-14 | 3-16 |
| Three-point % | 57 | 19 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 23-30 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 23 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 17 |
| Assists | 17 | 9 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 34 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 85 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-39Charles Caporaso makes layup
- 2nd Half57-40Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-40Jaylen Jordon makes layup (Charles Caporaso assists)
- 2nd Half60-40Hayden Wood makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-40Hayden Wood makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-42Dallas Howell makes layup (Donte Bacchus assists)
- 2nd Half63-42Allen Udemadu makes layup (Chris Lockett Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half65-42Allen Udemadu makes 6-foot dunk (Jaylen Jordon assists)
- 2nd Half65-44Canin Jefferson makes layup (Dallas Howell assists)
- 2nd Half67-44Allen Udemadu makes 17-foot jumper (Evan Sterck assists)
- 2nd Half67-46Canin Jefferson makes layup
- 2nd Half67-49Kevin de Kovachich makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-50Cortez Graham-Howard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-51Cortez Graham-Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-51Chris Lockett Jr. makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-51Donovan Rivers makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half72-51Chris Arias makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-51Chris Arias makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-53Kevin de Kovachich makes layup
- 2nd Half74-53Jaylen Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-53Jaylen Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-55Dallas Howell makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half76-55Jason Thirdkill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-55Jason Thirdkill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-56Braylon Patton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-57Braylon Patton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-58Corneilous Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-59Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-59Charles Caporaso makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-60Braylon Patton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-60Chris Lockett Jr. makes 14-foot jumper (Hayden Wood assists)
- 2nd Half80-62Corneilous Williams makes 3-foot dunk (Kevin de Kovachich assists)
- 2nd Half81-62Evan Sterck makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-64Donte Bacchus makes layup
- 2nd Half83-64Evan Sterck makes layup
- 2nd Half83-66Kevin de Kovachich makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half85-66Evan Sterck makes layup
- 2nd Half88-66Hayden Wood makes 23-foot three point jumper (Chris Lockett Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half88-68Corneilous Williams makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half90-68Chris Lockett Jr. makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours North Alabama Lions, below favours Jacksonville Dolphins.
Venue
- CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers HallFlorence, AL
- Attendance2389
- OfficialsGlenn Tuitt, Chris King, Jake Kuhlman
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